Engine element made of cast light metal material for an internal combustion engine comprises a reinforcing element having a solid core region with an open-pored outer section into whose openings the light metal material penetrates

摘要

Engine element made of cast light metal material comprises a reinforcing element connected to the engine element by casting with the light metal material. The reinforcing element has a solid core region (8) on which at least one outer section (11, 12) having an open-pored structure is formed into whose openings the light metal material penetrates. An Independent claim is also included for a reinforcing element for the above engine element. Preferred Features: The engine element is an engine block and the reinforcing element forms part of a bearing for a crankshaft. The engine element is a cylinder head and the reinforcing element is a bearing for a camshaft. The engine element is an oil sump and the reinforcing element is a bearing for a differential gear shaft.